Resources

Agriculturists

Helpful links for agriculture, farming, food safety, pest control, and other industry related resources.

Relevant Resources

Common Forms for Agriculturists
Funding and Grants
Pest & Biosecurity
Agribusiness Support
Other Resources

County of Kaua‘i Common Forms for Agriculturists
Real Property Agriculture Dedication form
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Planning Department
Reach out to Planning Department to discuss project and permitting needs.
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Public Works
Reach out to Public Works to discuss project and permitting needs.
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Water Department New/Renewal Application for Agriculture Rate
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FUNDING AND GRANTS

Always-On Funding Portals

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Farm Service Agency
Financial assistance, disaster relief, conservation incentives, and loan programs to help farmers and ranchers start, sustain, and recover agricultural operations.
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National Resource Conservation Services Financial Assistance
Conservation cost-share programs heavily used in Hawaii (EQIP, CSP, ACEP).
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USDA Rural Development Programs
Loans and grants supporting rural businesses, value-added agriculture, and infrastructure.
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Farmers.gov Funding Opportunities
Central hub for USDA financial assistance programs.
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Federal Grants Search
Official database of all federal grants.
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Office of Management and Budget

Federal Program Inventory
Searchable database to help you identify federal funding, services, and assistance programs available across government agencies.
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Hawaii-Specific Funding

Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity (DAB)

Grants
State-level agriculture grant programs.
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Loans
Agriculture Loan and Aquaculture Loan Programs promote agricultural and aquacultural development by providing credit at reasonable rates and terms to qualifying individuals or entities.
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Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT)
Business Development and Support Division
HiSTEP, CBED, and Enterprise Zone (EZ) programs provide agri-businesses with export assistance, financing support, and state tax incentives to help expand operations, access new markets, and grow economically.
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Oahu Agriculture and Conservation Association
Grants and Loans for Farmers and Ranchers
Searchable database to help agriculturists identify grant and financing programs.
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Recurring Agriculture Grants
Western Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (WSARE)
Funding support to encourage research and education in sustainable agriculture to improve food sources, the environment, natural resource management, and enhance economic and social wellness.
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USDA Rural Development’s Value-Added Producer Grant
Funding support for processing, branding, and market expansion.
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USDA Agriculture Marketing Service’s Grant Programs
Grants and opportunities to improve domestic and international opportunities for U.S. growers and producers.
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Loans and Financing
Farm Credit - American AgCredit
A government-sponsored enterprise and cooperative agricultural lender serving Hawaii that provides loans and financial services for land, equipment, operations and agribusiness expansion.
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Shared Capital Cooperative
Community Development Financial Institution lending investment fund that provides financing to cooperative businesses.
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Hawaii Community Lending
Community Development Financial Institution providing small business loans for land acquisition, site development and construction.
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Agriculture Grant Writing and Management Resources
University of Hawaii CTAHR – GoFarm Acquiring Grant Support
Practical advice on how to identify relevant grant programs, develop a proposal, and manage a grant award.
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ORCD – Request for Assistance
Request One-to-One support in applying for grants and loans.
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USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture – Grant Training/Technical Assistance
Technical assistance to help applicants understand NIFA funding opportunities.
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Michigan State University – Grant Writing for Farm and Food Entrepreneurs
Practical training and tools to help producers and food businesses develop competitive grant proposals, offering valuable guidance applicable to grant-seekers nationwide.
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University of Wisconsin Extension – Grants for Farmers Grant Writing 101
Self-paced learning video
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PEST AND BIOSECURITY

Report an Invasive Species or Pest
Report online - 643pest.org
Online reporting service developed and maintained by the Hawaii Invasive Species Council in cooperation with the Hawaii Biodiversity Information Network (HBIN) project of the University of Hawaii Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit.
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Report by phone - 643-PEST Hotline
The 643-PEST telephone hotline reporting service is administered by the Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity.
Phone: (808) 643-PEST (7378)

Resources
USDA APHIS – Plant Protection and Quarantine
APHIS Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) safeguard the Nation's crops and forests against the entry, establishment, and spread of economically and environmentally significant pests.
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HDAB Plant Industry Division
Protects and supports local agriculture through pest prevention, plant quarantine, certification services, and programs that safeguard crop health and biosecurity statewide.
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University of Hawaii CTAHR – Agricultural Diagnostic Service Center
As of April 1, 2026, provides soil testing as well as plant disease and insect identification.
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University of Hawaii CTAHR – Integrated Pest Management for Edible Crops in Hawaii
QR links to comprehensive pest management guidelines for several of Hawaii’s edible crops.
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MyIPM Hawaii App
A mobile application that provides integrated pest management guidance for insect pests and diseases affecting key Hawaii crops in both conventional and organic production systems.
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CRB Response
Official statewide program for Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle identification, reporting, and best practices.
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PlantPono
Hawaii-specific guidance to support pono planting choices and inform consumers about Pono-endorsed businesses.
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AGRIBUSINESS SUPPORT
NCAT ATTRA – Equipment Resources
Practical resources on appropriately scaled tools and equipment.
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NCAT ATTRA – Farm Energy
Resources to help agriculturists improve energy efficiency and move toward renewable energy sources.
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University of Hawaii CTAHR Cooperative Extension
Extends practical applications of science to support local food systems, healthy living, youth development, and stewardship of natural resources for future generations.
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University of Hawaii CTAHR Food Safety – Good Agricultural Practices
Information on food safety for Hawaii’s growers and food handlers.
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North Shore Economic Vitality Project
Enables small and mid-sized local farms to achieve USDA GAP certification collectively, making food safety compliance affordable and accessible.
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FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)
FDA standards for growing, harvesting, packing, and holding produce for human consumption.
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ORCD – Soil Health Program
Videos and materials intended to make soil health monitoring and management more accessible, easy, and affordable.
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Business and Market Development

GoFarm Hawaii
Farmer Resources
Collection of resources related to business, production and value-added agriculture.
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Kauai Agritourism Insights
Resource offering Kauaʻi farmers practical insights and guidance for exploring agritourism as a farm diversification opportunity.
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Hawaii Good Food Alliance
Statewide network working to strengthen Hawaii’s local food economy and institutional purchasing.
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Oahu Resource C&D – Farm Viability Training Program
Online training that helps farmers make smarter business decisions and build financially sustainable farm operations.
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NCAT ATTRA – Business and Marketing
Practical business and marketing support to help farmers strengthen whole-farm planning, manage finances, and access new market opportunities.
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OTHER RESOURCES
CRB Action Kauai
An independent grassroots initiative bringing Kauai together to mitigate and manage coconut rhinoceros beetle through early action, shared information, and community partnerships.
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Agriculture Stewardship Hawaii
Formed by merging Oahu RC&D and Oahu Ag Conservation Association to better provide coordinated conservation, technical, and grant support services to Hawaii agriculturists.
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Hawaii Agricultural Leadership Foundation
Leadership development opportunities and resources for people committed to strengthening agriculture in Hawaii.
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Hawaii Women Farmers Network
Connects women producers and ag professionals regionally and across the islands to strengthen local agriculture and food systems.
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Hawaii Agriculture Mediation Program
Official USDA-certified agricultural mediation program for Hawaii, providing free mediation services to help resolve disputes before they end up in court.
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Hawaii Seed Growers Network
A diverse network of small farmers building traditional seed systems to increase food security for Hawaii's home growers and small farmers.
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